Canada's Chemical-Free Spill Remediation
Spill Remediation
Faster. Safer.
Cheaper.
Northstar Environmental Solutions delivers next generation hydrocarbon spill remediation products across Canada — from Alberta, BC, and Saskatchewan to the entirety of our beautiful Canadian landscape.
The Canadian Spill Challenge
Traditional Spill Response
Isn't Working
Over 10,000 hydrocarbon spills are reported in Canada every year across oil & gas, transportation, marine, and industrial sectors. Operators from coast to coast face mounting regulatory pressure from the AER (AB), BCER (BC), Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment, ECCC, and Transport Canada, yet clay-based absorbents remain the costly, outdated default. There is a better way.
Our Products
Two Spill Remediation Technologies.
One Mission.
Purpose-built for Canada's toughest spill environments — from oil sands to open water.
DRY™
Premium Drying Agent — Hydrocarbon & Spill Absorption
BoneDry™ is a chemical-free alternative to clay absorbents trusted by operators across Canada. Compliant with AER (AB), BCER (BC), Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment, and ECCC standards. One 2 cu ft bag absorbs over 5 gallons of hydrocarbons — replacing 400 lbs of clay — with zero hazmat disposal cost. Non-toxic, non-leaching, WHMIS compliant, and fully landfill-safe.
- 10× more absorbent than clay
- Instant absorption on contact
- Non-toxic & landfill-safe
- Eliminates oil odours
- No silica dust (WHMIS safe)
- BoneDry ALL & HC variants
- Marine & bilge booms
- Full spill kit solutions
WATER™
Advanced Oil Spill & Hydrocarbon Remediation — Canadian Distributor
PinkWater™ is a Canadian-developed hydrocarbon remediation technology that encapsulates, stabilizes, and neutralizes oil and fuel spills in hours instead of days. Northstar Environmental Solutions is a Canadian distributor of PinkWater™ — serving operators nationwide. Compliant with AER (AB), BCER (BC), Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment, and ECCC standards. Applies with standard spray equipment — no specialist training required.
- Contain spills in 2 hours
- 85% vapor reduction instantly
- 65% less manpower required
- Standard spray application
- AER, BCER & Sask. compliant
- Non-hazardous secondary waste
- Tank cleaning applications
- Soil remediation & stabilization
Cost Analysis
Spill Remediation Cost:
Four Times
Cheaper.
The math is clear. Across labour, PPE, disposal, downtime, and compliance — PinkWater™ consistently delivers 40–77% savings per remediation event.
Process
How PinkWater™ Spill
Remediation Works
Apply
PinkWater™ is applied directly to the spill using standard spray equipment. Application requires no specialist setup and can begin within minutes of arrival on scene — using your existing fleet and crew.
Stops the Spread
Binds to the hydrocarbon on contact — immediately halting migration into soil, groundwater, and drainage systems. No more watching the spill creep while you wait for specialist equipment.
Kills the Vapor Cloud
Forms a surface barrier in seconds — cutting harmful vapor emissions by up to 85%. Your crew can enter the site in 15–30 minutes instead of waiting hours with PPE on in hazmat conditions.
Recover & Clear
Stabilized material is collected and removed using standard equipment — faster, safer, and generating significantly less hazardous secondary waste. Get back online in 2–4 hours, not days.
Key Result
Sites go from active spill to fully cleared in 2–4 hours — not days. No specialist crew. No hazmat disposal chain.
Proven Results
Spill Remediation Results
2,500-Gallon Industrial Diesel Spill
A Canadian industrial facility experienced a 2,500-gallon diesel release. Traditional remediation was quoted at $92K with an 8-hour containment window and a 14-person crew. Northstar deployed PinkWater™ instead.
“We had crews back on site in under 2 hours. The cost difference was significant enough to change our entire spill response protocol.”
— Operations Manager, CanadaThe Numbers
Clay Absorbent vs. BoneDry™
| Category | Traditional Clay | BoneDry™ |
|---|---|---|
| Absorption capacity (5 gal spill) | 400 lbs of clay | 2 cu ft bag |
| Absorption speed | Slow — requires spreading & waiting | Instant on contact |
| Classified as hazardous waste | Yes — specialized disposal | No — landfill safe |
| Silica dust / respiratory risk | Yes — PPE required | None |
| Odour encapsulation | No | Yes — eliminates odours |
| Works in wet / marine environments | Limited | Yes (HC formula) |
| WHMIS compliant | Varies | Yes |
| Disposal cost per incident | $25,000–$40,000 | $6,000–$10,000 |
Why Northstar
Why Canadian Operators
Choose Northstar
Zero Chemical Impact
Non-toxic, non-leaching, and made from organic, recycled, biodegradable components. No secondary contamination. No legacy liability.
Instant Response
BoneDry absorbs immediately on contact. PinkWater deploys in minutes with standard equipment. No waiting, no specialist mobilization.
Worker Safety First
85% vapor reduction protects crews. Site entry in 15–30 minutes. No silica dust. WHMIS compliant. Dramatically reduced PPE requirements.
Regulatory Alignment
Engineered to support AER (AB), BCER (BC), Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment, ECCC, and Transport Canada response standards. Shorter path to site closure and compliance documentation across all three provinces.
Dramatic Cost Reduction
Up to 40% total savings per incident. Fewer crew, less PPE, minimal disposal fees, faster turnaround. Operators save hundreds of thousands annually.
Land & Marine Ready
Effective across Alberta soil, industrial floors, open water, and marine environments. From Fort McMurray pipeline incidents to BC port bilge systems, stormwater drains to oilsands tank farms.
Industries Served
Industries We Serve Across
Canada
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Resources
BoneDry™ Product Data Sheet
Specifications, sizes, and application details for the complete BoneDry™ product lineup — available to download or share with your team.
High-Value Application
Industrial Tank Cleaning
with PinkWater™
Industrial tank cleaning is one of the most costly and hazardous maintenance operations in oil & gas. PinkWater™ immobilizes residual hydrocarbons on vessel walls instantly — eliminating prolonged purging cycles and cutting total cost per cleaning event.
Conventional vs. PinkWater™
Tank Types We Service
Our People
Meet The Team
Family-run, field-tested. The team behind Northstar has decades of combined experience in oil & gas operations, environmental services, and industrial distribution across Canada.
Kutschinski
Leads Northstar's go-to-market strategy and key accounts. Deep relationships across Alberta's oil & gas sector built over 30+ years in the field.
Kutschinski
Kevin is involved in strategic growth and partnerships, helping identify new market opportunities and build the relationships that drive Northstar's expansion across Canada. His focus on long-term value creation supports the company's mission to bring cleaner, more effective spill remediation to every operator who needs it.
Hamby
As Chairman of Northstar Environmental Solutions, Amber provides strategic leadership and vision that drives the company's mission to deliver cleaner, safer spill remediation across Canada. Overseeing corporate governance, key partnerships, and the long-term direction of the organization. Amber's commitment to environmental responsibility and operational excellence sets the standard for everything Northstar does.
Kutschinski
Drives growth strategy, partnership development, and expansion into new verticals. Focused on bringing Northstar's technology to underserved markets.
Kutschinski
Manages human resources and administrative operations, keeping the Northstar team organized and running smoothly day to day.
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Northstar Product Line
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Universal hydrocarbon absorbent for all spill types. Ideal for general industrial and oilfield use.
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Safe for food processing environments. Approved for use in food and beverage facilities.
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Water-activated absorbent formulated for aquatic, marine, and wet surface spill response.
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Specifically formulated for oil, fuel, and diesel spills. High-performance for oilfield and pipeline response.
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Engineered for caustic and alkaline spill remediation in industrial and refinery environments.
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Encapsulates, stabilizes, and neutralizes oil and fuel spills in hours. Reduces harmful vapours 85% on contact. Cuts remediation costs 40–77%.
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NS-BD-2626
18"×5" unsinkable bilge mini boom for marine and bilge oil spill containment.
NS-BD-2627
Unsinkable oil absorbent sock, 4 ft × 3 in. Ideal for small spill perimeter control and drain protection.
NS-BD-2628
Unsinkable oil absorbent sock, 10 ft × 3 in. Extended reach for larger spill perimeter control.
NS-BD-2629
Unsinkable containment boom, 10 ft × 5 in. For waterway, harbour, and open-water spill containment.
Spill Kits
NS-BD-2630
Complete universal spill kit for industrial, oilfield, and facility use. Ready to deploy for oil, fuel, and water-based spills.
NS-BD-2631
Compact portable spill kit for field crews, service vehicles, and job sites. Lightweight and fast to deploy.
Absorbent Pads
NS-BD-2632
White oil-only absorbent pad. Repels water while absorbing oils, fuels, and hydrocarbons. For indoor and outdoor use.
NS-BD-2633
Grey universal absorbent pad for water, oil, and chemical spills. Suitable for general maintenance and spill response.
Common Questions
Spill Remediation FAQ
How much more absorbent is BoneDry™ compared to clay?
BoneDry™ is 10 times more absorbent than traditional clay-based products. A single 2 cubic foot bag weighing 15 pounds absorbs over 5 gallons of hydrocarbon liquid, replacing approximately 400 pounds of clay absorbent. It is non-toxic, landfill-safe, and produces no silica dust.
How quickly does PinkWater™ contain a spill?
PinkWater™ achieves full spill containment in approximately 2 hours, compared to 48 hours with traditional methods. It reduces harmful vapors by 85% on contact and enables safe crew entry within 15 to 30 minutes of application using standard spray equipment.
Is BoneDry™ safe for workers and the environment?
Yes. BoneDry™ is non-toxic, non-leaching, and produces no silica dust. It is WHMIS compliant and fully landfill-safe, meaning zero hazardous waste disposal is required. It is made from organic, recycled, biodegradable components with no secondary contamination risk.
What areas does Northstar Environmental Solutions serve?
Northstar Environmental Solutions serves operators across Canada. The company provides chemical-free spill remediation products and services to the oil and gas, marine, transportation, rail, industrial, and municipal sectors nationwide, with roots in Alberta and delivery coast to coast.
How much can operators save using PinkWater™?
PinkWater™ delivers 40 to 77 percent savings per remediation event. For a typical incident, traditional methods cost $79,000 to $157,000, while PinkWater™ reduces this to $18,000 to $37,000. Across 5 incidents per year, operators save between $305,000 and $600,000 annually on labour, PPE, disposal, downtime, and compliance costs.
Does PinkWater™ work for tank cleaning?
Yes. PinkWater™ is applied directly to vessel walls and floors during industrial tank cleaning, binding to hydrocarbon residue on contact. It reduces tank turnaround time by 50%, suppresses vapors within minutes, and produces non-hazardous solid waste instead of liquid hazmat. Compliant with AER (AB), BCER (BC), and Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment standards for tank cleaning applications.
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